2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Thesis | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
